The Oak Tree and the Orchid

The Oak Tree and the Orchid

“Mistress Orchid, my dear Lady,

you are so delicate and fair.

Let me please embrace you

and keep you in my care.

“My arms are strong and sturdy

and my roots are stable and deep.

Your weight is but a whisper

which I can easily keep.

“Your folds are soft and fragile,

a footfall would you crush!

Oh Lady, I am entranced by

your modesty and blush.

“I long to love and cherish you,

and keep you near my heart.

I’d hate each single minute

if we were kept apart.

“I think you underestimate

your beauty and your charm.

Let me hold you and protect you,

keep you safe from harm

“Oh graceful, elegant Lady,

come to me this night!

My leaves they will conceal you,

keep you from danger’s sight

“Stay with me forever,

live here near my core.

My lady, you are The One,

the Lady I adore.”

“Lord Oak Tree, I am honoured

by your tender words of care.

Never once had I but realized

that you considered me fair!

“My skirts are soft and fragile

and I am not that strong.

I would love to nestle with you;

it is with you that I belong.

“You are so tall and handsome,

you protect and give out shade.

You dominate and provide

for creatures in this glade.

“I am delighted that you chose me

to live there at your side.

I would be most honoured

to be your blushing bride.

“I will cherish and adore you

from my lofty seat up high.

You will not know a lonely day

with me always nearby.

“Oh mighty, towering Lord

I’ll be with you before the dawn

and wrap myself around you,

we’ll be together by the morn.

“I’ll sit with you forever

and live here, near your core

You have always had my heart.

I will come to you, be sure!”

© Catherine Knee